Sunday, November 19, 2017
Downtown Lights Up holiday celebration kicks off at 5 p.m. Tuesday
Ice skating, snow and plenty of Christmas cheer will fill downtown Goldsboro during the annual Downtown Lights Up celebration Tuesday night. Activities start at 5 p.m. and continue through 8 p.m., in front of City Hall, along Center Street and...Published: Nov 19, 2017 7:53 PM Full Story
Stream clean out begins this week
A stream cleanout project will begin this week that is designed to help mitigate possible future flooding caused by storms and/or heavy rains. A&K Grading Co. of LaGrange will begin work on a ditch on Old Mount Olive Highway...Published: Nov 19, 2017 3:05 AM Full Story
A revival of spirit: The Seven Springs Christmas parade returns
There was a revival going on in downtown Seven Springs on Saturday afternoon that began with the resurrection of the community's Christmas parade and swept over the crowd that lined the streets. Nearly 100 entrants signed up for the event,...Published: Nov 19, 2017 3:05 AM Full Story
A century of memories: Iconic eatery served more than barbecue
Ronnie Warrick was about 9 years old the first time he walked into Scott's Barbecue at 1205 N. William Street. On Friday he was one of the last customers to say goodbye to owner Martel Scott Jr., 75, as...Published: Nov 19, 2017 3:05 AM Full Story
Bar owners hone their 'craft,' one delicious micro brew at a time
Going out for a beer used to mean swilling down some mass-produced, barely-flavored, carbonated beverage that was lightly alcoholic and close to water. But these are the days of craft beer -- micro brews, not macro brews. Getting a beer...Published: Nov 19, 2017 3:05 AM Full Story
Bringing a sense of togetherness back to the community
Hot dogs, snacks and a bouncy house against the backdrop of gospel music and free prayer awaited those who turned out for the "Our Community Cares" family fun day at W.A. Foster Center on Saturday. The latter is something Alpha...Published: Nov 19, 2017 3:05 AM Full Story